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MRV 422Y

1983 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

56,583 mi
Last recorded56,583 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2020
Typical for 1983 BMW R Series35,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMRV 422Y
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2020 56,583 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 56,570 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 56,557 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 56,509 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 56,492 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 Apr 2015 56,478 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 56,463 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 56,422 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 14 Apr 2012 56,180 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 56,154 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 55,841 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 54,624 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 55,786 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 55,556 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 55,556 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Apr 2007 55,544 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 26 Apr 2006 55,500 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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MRV 422Y is a 1983 BMW R Series in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1983 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 35,870 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MRV 422Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 43 years old, this BMW R Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MRV 422Y?

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What year was MRV 422Y registered?

MRV 422Y is a 1983 BMW R Series, first registered on 12 May 1983.

Is MRV 422Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for MRV 422Y shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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